WASHINGTON: A U.S. Senate report has sharply criticized security failures that led to the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, calling the breaches “inexcusable lapses” in intelligence and preparedness.

The bipartisan report, released by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, pointed to serious shortcomings in coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies. It noted that there were clear signs of potential threats ahead of the rally where the attempt took place, but those warnings were not acted upon effectively.

According to the report, intelligence units had received online threat indicators prior to the event, but the information was not properly analyzed or escalated. The shooter was reportedly able to access a rooftop near the venue undetected, raising questions about perimeter security and surveillance planning.

Senators involved in the investigation said the tragedy could have been prevented with stronger protocols and inter-agency communication. They called for an urgent overhaul of security procedures for high-profile political events, particularly during the current election season.

The report is expected to lead to further scrutiny of the U.S. Secret Service and other agencies involved in event protection. While the former president survived the attempt, the incident has intensified concerns about political violence and the safety of public figures in a deeply polarized climate.